overstrain
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The historian Charles A. Beard said that given the toxic level of public controversies in the early 20th century, he "relaxed the tension of the 'moral overstrain.'"
From New York Times ● Aug. 29, 2012
At 11:45 p.m. the statement was issued that Eden was "suffering from the effects of overstrain," and was canceling all public engagements.
From Time Magazine Archive
Eventually this scarring may close some of the small blood vessels, cut off blood supply, overstrain the heart, lead to a brain stroke or coronary thrombosis.
From Time Magazine Archive
In the over-the-counter market, which operates by telephone, the pace grew frantic enough to overstrain physical facilities and disrupt trading.
From Time Magazine Archive
Clover warned him sometimes to be careful not to overstrain himself, but Boxer would never listen to her.
From "Animal Farm: A Fairy Story" by George Orwell
